Original Release Date: September 12, 2006
Capacity: 1 - 2 GB
Connection: USB
Compatibility: Mac / Windows
Battery Life: 12 hours
The second generation model is less than half the size of the first generation model at 41.2 x 27.3 x 10.5 mm (1.62 x 1.07 x 0.41 in), and is reminiscent of the iPod Radio Remote available for iPod nanos and 5th generation iPods. Apple branded it as the “world’s smallest MP3 player”. This size includes the new built-in belt clip; the actual unit itself is thinner, with the entire device weighing only 15.5 g (0.55 ounces). The power and shuffle/no shuffle switches were also separated into two controls to prevent accidental choice of shuffle when that may not be the desired mode of operation
drea on August 12th, 2008 at 4:19 pm says:
i liked the colors of the 2nd gen. ipod shuffle than the 3rd. gen.
Erica Jones on November 5th, 2008 at 8:36 am says:
All I have to say about this iPod is that I love listening to my collection of Harry Potter audiobooks on it, and the fact that I can clip it to whatever I wear to avoid losing it. Only thing I was surprised about is that it’s not available in black. All of my other iPods are black. I had to get the silver Shuffle. I love it nonetheless but would have preferred a black model.
Priscilla on November 28th, 2008 at 5:04 am says:
i love my little iPod Shuffle! it is so small and cute. i have a light baby blue, and it’s very durable. my friend has a first generation and he said he has put it in the WASHER a few times on accident and it still WORKED! i couldn’t believe it!…but these little pm3s are so great! i love them!!